The Opening of the Metropolitan Railway
On January 10th 1863 London and the world's first underground railway, the Metropolitan Railway, opened to the general public. The…
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National Bittersweet Chocolate Day
Today, January 10th, is National Bittersweet Chocolate Day. Bittersweet chocolate is a type of dark chocolate. Unsweetened chocola…
The Resignation of Anthony Eden
On January 9th 1957 Anthony Eden, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, resigned from his office on health reasons. The health pro…
National Apricot Day.
Today, January 9th, is National Apricot Day. Classed as a type of plum, the apricot has been a cultivated fruit tree for an unknow…
Charles de Gaulle Becomes President of the Fifth Republic
On January 8th 1959 Charles de Gaulle became the first President of the Fifth French Republic. De Gaulle was the leader of the Fre…
English Toffee Day
Today, January 8th, is English Toffee Day. Despite its name, English toffee is actually an American variant, usually quite buttery…
The Death of Emperor Hirohito
On January 7th 1989 Emperor Showa, 124th Emperor of Japan, better known as Hirohito outside the country, died. Hirohito reigned fo…
New Year's Day Fireworks
Quite a long fireworks display.…
National Tempura Day
Today, January 7th, is National Tempura Day. Tempura is a dish that is strongly associated with Japanese cuisine, even though it w…
The Marriage of Anne of Cleeves
On January 6th 1540 King Henry VII married Anne of Cleves who would become the fourth of his famous six wives. Anne of Cleves' mar…
